Astros Get Positive Spencer Arrighetti Injury Update Ahead of Angels Series

It "sounds like it won't be a long-term issue" for Houston Astros starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti (foot), says MLB.com's Brian McTaggart. Getty

The Houston Astros lost a starter to the injured list over the weekend. Right-handed pitcher Spencer Arrighetti was placed on the 15-day injured list retroactive to July 25.

Arrighetti, 26, exited his start against the Chicago White Sox on July 24 after 1.0 inning pitched while experiencing nerve irritation in his foot. He allowed two hits, two walks, and three earned runs in the Astros 9-5 win over the White Sox.